CRIMEJul 24 · 18:38 UTCWPLG LOCAL 10 MIAMIChris Gothner

Homestead man accused of beating autistic 4-year-old son for 25 minutes straight

A 31-year-old Homestead man, David Martinez Jr., was arrested after allegedly beating his non-verbal, autistic 4-year-old son for 25 minutes using a belt and open hand, causing abrasions and red marks. The incident occurred at his home on Thursday afternoon, with in-home surveillance confirming the abuse.

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